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St. Peter extends free funeral and deathcare services for SOCCSKSARGEN earthquake victims

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GENERAL SANTOS CITY, Philippines – St. Peter Life Plan and Chapels has announced immediate assistance to families and communities affected by the devastating Magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck the southern coast of Mindanao on June 8, 2026.

In line with its mission of service and compassion, St. Peter is offering completely free funeral and deathcare services to families who lost their loved ones during the tragedy, extending comfort and support to grieving families in the hardest-hit areas, particularly in General Santos City and nearby communities in SOCCSKSARGEN.

The assistance is being made available immediately through operational St. Peter Chapels in General Santos, Koronadal, Davao, Digos, Malita, Calinan, and Toril, to help ensure that displaced and grieving families do not have to worry about the financial burden of deathcare during this difficult time.

“St. Peter Life Plan and Chapels stands in solidarity with our Kababayans in Mindanao. We remain committed to serving the community not only through our funeral and deathcare services but also by extending compassion, care, and support to families whose lives have been deeply affected by this tragedy,” the company said in its official statement.

St. Peter has long upheld its commitment to serving Filipino families in times of need, including during previous national crises and calamities. Most recently, the company extended free memorial services and relief efforts to families and communities affected by the Cebu earthquake, reflecting its continued mission to be present for communities during moments of grief, loss, and recovery.

St. Peter is also working closely with government agencies and local authorities to ensure a coordinated response and wider reach of assistance in the affected areas.

Families in need of help may contact or visit any of the following operational St. Peter Chapels:

  • St. Peter Chapels – General Santos

National Highway Brgy. Apopong, General Santos City
(083) 552-4077, (0999) 228-1484, (0999) 228-1486, (0977) 689-4911

  • St. Peter Chapels – Digos – San Jose
    Purok Mangga Doña Aurora Extension, San Jose, Digos City, Davao del Sur
    (082) 553-2509, (0999) 228-1292
  • St. Peter Chapels – Davao
    Km. 14, National Highway, Brgy. Panacan, Davao City
    (082) 234-6211, (0999) 228-1479, (0999) 228-1481
  • St. Peter Chapels – Malita
    National Highway, Brgy. Poblacion, Malita, Davao Occidental
    (082) 8276-1509, (0999) 228-1490, (0999) 228-1491, (0906) 160-8621
  • St. Peter Chapels – Koronadal
    Purok Masagana, 2 General Santos Drive, Koronadal City
    (0999) 228-1488
  • St. Peter Chapels – Calinan
    National Highway, Brgy. San Roque, Riverside Calinan, Davao City
    (082) 8295-3099, (082) 8286-0890, (0999) 228-1476, (0999) 228-1478
  • St. Peter Chapels – Toril
    Barrio Lizada, Toril, Davao City
    (082) 291-2763, (0999) 228-1494

For more information on St. Peter’s SOCCSKSARGEN earthquake relief efforts, visit their official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/stpeterlifeplanandchapels

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DA-MIADP approves P278.76-M farm roads in SOCCSKSARGEN

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THE DEPARTMENT of Agriculture-Mindanao Inclusive Agriculture Development Project (DA-MIADP) has approved a total of P278.764 million worth of farm-to-market road (FMR) infrastructure investments that will benefit farming communities in North Cotabato, South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, and Sarangani Province.

“These infrastructure investments represent DA-MIADP’s commitment to building more inclusive, resilient, and productive rural communities. By improving farm-to-market connectivity, we are helping farmers bring their products to markets faster, safer, and at lower costs, ultimately increasing their income opportunities,” Project Director Macario “Bong” Gonzaga said.

Among the approved subprojects is the Concreting of Barangays Anick and Renibon Farm-to-Market Road with Bridge component in Pigcawayan, North Cotabato, with an estimated project cost of P88.846 million. The project will provide all-weather access to agricultural areas and improve mobility of the Manobo community in Erumanen ne Menuvu Ancestral Domain.

In T’Boli, South Cotabato, DA-MIADP approved the Concreting of Barangay Lambuling: Barangay Hall to Sitio Datal Bayong to Sitio Datal Lebe Farm-to-Market Road with an estimated project cost of P68.455 million. This FMR project was among the identified priority needs of Blaan and T’boli IP communities during their formulation of the Ancestral Domain Agricultural Implementation Framework (ADAIF) to support their traditional crops like coconut, coffee, banana, and abaca.

Meanwhile, the Manobo farming community of Manobo Dulangan Ancestral Domain in Senator Ninoy Aquino, Sultan Kudarat stands to benefit from the Concreting of Barangay Lagubang: Sitio Benibol to Sitio Paraiso Farm-to-Market Road, amounting to P47.171 million. This IP community largely grows coffee, corn, upland rice, and coconut among others.

Another major investment is the Concreting of Barangay San Roque: BRJ San Roque to Sitio Columbio Farm-to-Market Road in Malungon, Sarangani Province, with an estimated project cost of P74.292 million. Once completed, the road will provide a more reliable transportation route for agricultural products and essential services in Blaan-Tagakaulo Ancestral Domain.

The ceremonial awarding of the First No Objection Letter was held recently at the MIADP Project Support Office, which gives the signal to the respective LGUs to commence the procurement process.

During the ceremony, Gonzaga emphasized that as the implementation moves forward, DA-MIADP will continue to work closely with local government units, farmer organizations, indigenous cultural communities, and other project partners to ensure the timely and effective delivery of these vital infrastructure investments.

The four subprojects are expected to improve access to agricultural production areas, reduce transportation costs, facilitate the movement of goods and services, and strengthen market connectivity for farmers and indigenous peoples across Mindanao. (Sherwin B. Manual/DA-MIADP)

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Alsons Dev marks milestone in Avia Estate with opening of the Abba’s Orchard School

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ALSONS Development and Investment Corporation (Alsons Dev) marked a key milestone in the development of its flagship township, Avia Estate in Alabel, Sarangani, with the opening of The Abba’s Orchard School last August 11, 2025. Bringing authentic Montessori education to SOCCSKSARGEN, The Abba’s Orchard strengthens Avia Estate’s vision of becoming a well-rounded and future-ready community.

Nurturing young minds with true Montessori

The Abba’s Orchard is a high-fidelity Montessori school system offering programs from infancy through adolescence. Known for its authentic Montessori approach, the school offers the Erdkinder program (German for “children of the earth”), a unique adolescent curriculum that integrates classroom learning with hands-on experience through an on-site farm environment. Adolescents experience “production and exchange” in a micro-economy that addresses their evolving sense of self-worth (or dignity) in their maturing journey to adulthood.

With its opening at Avia Estate, The Abba’s Orchard becomes the first true Montessori school in the SOCCSKSARGEN region. The new campus will initially offer programs for preschool up to Grade 3, with plans to expand in the future to Upper Elementary and High School levels.

Executives from Alsons Dev and The Abba’s Orchard join parents and young learners in celebrating the school’s opening at Avia Estate, marking a new chapter for quality Montessori education in SOCCSKSARGEN.

“We’re proud to bring our unique approach to families in Alabel and the wider region. We envision this campus as more than just a school; it is a space where children grow through meaningful and authentic experiences. We’re excited to begin this journey in Avia Estate, helping shape a new generation of independent, purpose-driven learners,” said Chris Barrameda, President and founding director of The Abba’s Orchard. He added, “Through our partnership with Alsons Dev, we can further our mission of making quality Montessori education more accessible across SOCCSKSARGEN.”

A month before the school’s opening, a ceremonial tree planting took place, symbolizing The Abba’s Orchard School’s and Alsons Dev’s shared commitment to creating a nurturing and sustainable environment for the region’s young learners and their families. 

[L–R] Alsons Dev Vice President and General Manager Eric de la Costa, Assistant Vice President for Business Development and Operations Jolla Soriaga, and The Abba’s Orchard President and Founding Director Chris Barrameda and Chief Growth and Marketing Officer Abram Barrameda during the ceremonial tree planting held on June 24, 2025, at the Avia Estate campus. The activity served as a symbolic gesture of both organizations’ shared commitment to nurturing thriving communities.

A partnership rooted in community building

The school’s presence in Avia Estate was made possible through a two-hectare land donation by Alsons Dev, solidifying a shared vision of enabling families to experience authentic Montessori learning in the region.

“At Alsons Dev, we believe quality educational institutions are essential pillars of master-planned communities,” said Miguel Rene A. Dominguez, president and CEO of Alsons Dev. “The Abba’s Orchard reflects Alsons Dev’s efforts of making education an integral part of daily life for families in the township.”

This collaboration reflects Alsons Dev’s ongoing efforts to integrate key institutions and lifestyle drivers into its communities, strengthening its developments not just as residential enclaves but as hubs of growth and opportunity.

Advancing Avia Estate’s growth

Avia Estate continues to make steady progress in its transformation into a future-ready township. One of the community’s key facilities, the Alabel Public Safety & Security Complex, was formally turned over last January 2025, reinforcing Alsons Dev’s commitment to ensuring safety and well-being within the estate. The Avia Estate football field is also opening this September 2025, further enriching the township’s recreational amenities.

As part of ongoing efforts to support growth and enhance estate-wide connectivity, construction of the estate’s main spine road is in progress. Land development for commercial areas is also set to begin this year, strengthening Avia Estate’s position as a growing economic hub in the region.

Avia Estate is a 121-hectare master-planned township in Alabel, Sarangani, envisioned to be SOCCSKSARGEN’s premier address. It will feature residential communities, commercial hubs, educational institutions, and generous open spaces designed to support a vibrant, integrated lifestyle for the region’s growing population.

By the end of the year, the first batch of house units in Narra Park Residences Avia will be completed, with turnovers scheduled to begin in Q1 2026. Key community features, such as gates and guardhouses, parks, and shared amenities, will also be completed, ensuring a livable and welcoming environment from day one.

Shaping the future in Alabel

With quality education now embedded within the estate and essential features nearing completion, Avia Estate is steadily taking shape as a dynamic, master-planned development where families can thrive. These milestones underscore Alsons Dev’s broader vision of creating inclusive, purpose-driven communities that uplift lives across Mindanao.

To explore Avia Estate’s evolving landscape and learn more about its master-planned features, visit www.aviaestate.ph.

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